"My scholarship is helping me obtain a double major in Health and Sociology. I hope to work with older populations and explore how socioeconomic statuses impact health."

-Julie, Jefferson City, MO

Leave a Legacy

"Lincoln University is the only institution founded by soldiers of the 62nd and 65th United States Colored Infantry. Many of those soldiers were ex-slaves that learned to read and write at classes around campfires on the battlefield."

Today, you have the opportunity to build upon our proud past toward a progressive future. Consider joining distinguished alumni, friends, corporations and private foundations that support innovation at Lincoln University. These vital partnerships foster student success through named scholarships, faculty and program development and capital improvements.

Please contact the Office of Institutional Advancement at 573-681-6070 or advancement@lincolnu.edu to learn more about membership.

Donor Level Name Donor Giving Range

1866 Society $100,000 and above

Legacy Society $ 25,000 - 99,999

Presidents Circle $ 10,000 - 24,999

In addition, Lincoln University recognizes our distinguished major donors in the Logan A. Bennett Society and R.B. Foster Society.

Logan A. Bennett Society Major and Lifetime Giving

The Logan A. Bennett Society recognizes one of the last survivors of the 62nd United States Colored Infantry and lifetime donor who contributed to Lincoln Institute in 1866. Membership of this society includes alumni and friends who support Lincoln University either through one-time gifts or cumulative lifetime giving of $10,000 and above.

R.B. Foster Society Planned Giving

The Richard Baxter Foster Society recognizes one of the First Lieutenants of the 62nd United States Colored Infantry founding members and first principal of Lincoln Institute. Membership of this society includes alumni and friends who invest in a legacy of excellence at Lincoln University through estate planning tools such as bequests in a will, trust or life insurance policy.

The Soldier's Memorial

The proud soldiers of the 62nd and 65th Colored Infantries founded Lincoln University of Missouri.